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Noonan's syndrome in association with acute leukemia
J M Johannes1, E R Garcia, G A De Vaan
1Department of Pediatrics, Emma Children's Hospital, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Noonan syndrome (NS), a rare genetic disorder, is linked to congenital anomalies. This study presents two new cases of NS combined with acute leukemia, a rare but significant association.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Pediatrics
- Hematology
Background:
- Noonan syndrome (NS) is a genetic disorder associated with multiple congenital anomalies.
- The co-occurrence of NS and acute leukemia is exceptionally rare, with only three prior reported cases.
- Understanding this rare combination is crucial for diagnosis and management.